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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, Book 5 : Chapter 1, Sophy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rousseau contrasts book learning with what kind of learning?
(a) Hands-on learning.
(b) Learning from watching.
(c) Learning from dictation.
(d) Learning from competition.

2. What does Rousseau say about the first 25 years of a man's life?
(a) They are the heart of a man's character.
(b) They have nothing to do with the next 25 years.
(c) That few people survive them.
(d) They go quickly.

3. What does Rousseau say about self-love?
(a) It is a beast.
(b) It is the goal of growth.
(c) It is healthy and natural.
(d) It is a necessary stage.

4. What does Rousseau say unites men and women?
(a) Common humanity.
(b) Self-loathing.
(c) Basic biology.
(d) Spiritual aspiration.

5. What does Rousseau say changes the effects of women on young men?
(a) Love poetry.
(b) Existential despair.
(c) Hormonal flushes.
(d) Violent rages.

Short Answer Questions

1. What example does Rousseau use for teaching Emile to read?

2. What does Rousseau say is the danger of books?

3. What does Rousseau say is the rule for men?

4. What does Rousseau say about selfishness?

5. What trait is needed in tutors who are trying to win a student's submission?

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